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Jacqueline Fernandez is a Sri Lankan actress from Manama, Bahrain and was raised in a multi-ethnic family. Jacqueline's father Elroy Fernandez is from Sri Lanka (Sinhalese - Catholic)and her mother Kim is a Malaysian. She has two brothers and an older sister. Her parents moved to Bahrain in 1980s due to the Lankan civil unrest and hence she was born and raised in Bahrain.

After her schooling in Bahrain, she was awarded a Scholarship to study at the University of Sydney, where she pursued a degree in Media and Communications in Sydney, Australia. Having a passion for cultures and languages she also joined the Berlitz school of languages, where she learned to speak Spanish and improve her French and Arabic.

In 2006, she was crowned the Miss Sri Lanka for Miss Universe 2006 in March, 2006 and also competed in Miss Universe 2006. After winning Miss Sri Lanka title in 2006, she entered the world of television and anchored a show on Sri Lanka's business called Lanka Business Report.

She came to Mumbai on a modeling contract and landed a role in Bollywood movie Aladin (2009) directed by Sujoy Ghosh along with well known Indian stars like Amitabh Bachchan, Sanjay Dutt, and Riteish Deshmukh. After the success of her first film, she got signed on by Milap Zaveri for his directorial debut movie Jaane Kahan Se Aayi Hai (2010) in which she plays the part of an alien who comes to earth in search of love. Her co-star from her first movie, Riteish Deshmukh was her leading-man again. The director recommended her to well-known director Farah Khan who guest-starred in this movie. She made a cameo appearance (in a song) in the movie Housefull (2010) which was directed by Farah Khan's younger brother, Sajid Khan

Mamtha Mohandas is an Indian film actress and playback singer who predominantly works in Malayalam films along with a few Tamil and Telugu productions. She has won several accolades including two Filmfare Awards South, for Best Female Playback Singer in Telugu in 2006 and for Best Actress in Malayalam in 2010 and also Kerala State Film Awards for Best Actress in 2010.

Aziz Altamimi, a passionate Film Director/Producer and CEO of Green Bee Film, hails from an environment rich in artistry. Raised by a renowned Music Composer father and an acclaimed Makeup Artist grandfather, Aziz's formative years were immersed in creativity. His journey into filmmaking was ignited by a fervent desire to rectify the lack of representation he witnessed growing up, recognizing the absence of Arabs and individuals like himself on the big screen.

Aziz, in his dual role as a film director and producer, garnered acclaim for his works, including "Becoming the Queen of the North" and "Dinner With My Family," earning multiple awards and nominations at esteemed film festivals like Cinemagic, Sunderland Shorts, and Northern Film Prize. His unique vision and storytelling prowess set him apart, resonating with audiences and industry peers alike.

Beyond his filmmaking prowess, Aziz serves as the visionary force behind "The Northern Festival of Cinema" and "The London Festival of Cinema." These platforms, founded by Aziz, stand as pillars supporting independent filmmakers, providing them with opportunities to showcase their work and gain recognition within the industry. Simultaneously, Aziz manages a flourishing YouTube channel with over 210,000 subscribers, where he passionately shares his filmmaking journey with a diverse audience.

Aziz's dedication to his craft and his innovative filmmaking approach positions him as a standout figure in the industry. His work has received praise on the global stage, marking him as one of the most promising young filmmakers of his generation.

As the CEO of Green Bee Film, a production company he recently joined in Manchester, UK, Aziz continues to push boundaries and break barriers. His commitment to film is intrinsically tied to his dedication to diversity and representation, making him a trailblazer in the cinematic landscape. Aziz Altamimi stands out as one of the most dynamic and exciting individuals in the industry, with a profound impact on shaping a more inclusive and diverse cinematic future.

Fawaz Zayani was born on 21 June 1989 in Manama, Bahrain. He is an actor, known for One Day (2015), Ganga (2017) and Sakthi (2014).

Fawaz Nediya Kuttikuni, known by Fawaz Zayani as his stage name.. He is popular for his work in Film and Television works in Malayalam and Tamil. Fawaz Zayani made his acting career in the Tamil television serial Sakthi directed by Sadhasivam Perumal. He has made his film industry entry with the Malayalam Film "One Day" (Malayalam Movie). Fawaz was born to N K Aboobbecker, a businessman based in Bahrain and Safiya on 21 June 1989. He born in Manara, Bahrain and later he shifted to Calicut in Kerala. He started his career in Modelling at the age of 18.

Rashed Al Majed was born on 27 July 1969 in Manama, Bahrain. He is an actor, known for A Hologram for the King (2016), Asouf (2018) and Im Awake (Rashed Almajed) (2007).